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Ecology Aug 5, 2024

Colorado's next wolves won't come from Washington tribes, leaving state to search again for new source

The Washington tribes that agreed to provide wolves to Colorado's reintroduction program have rescinded their offer, forcing state wildlife officials to seek a different source—a search that has proved difficult in the ...

Economics & Business Jul 29, 2024

Bosses are increasingly forcing workers back into the office—but evidence suggests it could backfire

Tesco, Boots and Barclays have joined the growing number of companies trying to force employees back to the office after several years of remote working that began with the pandemic. They're likely to be in for a battle.

Economics & Business Jul 25, 2024

How remote work poses unique challenges to public sector employees

The dispute last year between the federal Treasury Board and the Public Service Alliance of Canada over remote work arrangements raised a lot of questions about a one-size-fits-all approach. Those questions need answering.

Economics & Business Jul 22, 2024

What a 'right to disconnect' from work could look like in the UK

The UK's new government has promised to take action to "promote a positive work-life balance for all workers," and to prevent homes "turning into 24/7 offices". The risk of "always on" working has grown since the pandemic, ...

Ecology Jul 22, 2024

Eco-friendly treatment saves squid eggs from newfound parasite

Raising squid in aquaculture has been a challenge that researchers have tried to address for many decades without meaningful success. Squid are highly sensitive to changes in water flow, are vulnerable to disease, have complex ...

Agriculture Jul 20, 2024

Why the stinky durian really is the 'king of all fruits'

There's little else in the food world that brings about as much social turbulence as the durian. This so-called "king of all fruits" is considered a delicacy across its native Southeast Asia, where durian season is currently ...

Social Sciences Jul 19, 2024

UK study finds urban residents score the lowest in social and economic satisfaction and well-being

A study conducted by the Center for Urban Mental Health at the University of Amsterdam finds that, in a sample of 156,000 UK residents aged 40 and up, urban living is linked to lower levels of well-being, social satisfaction, ...

Environment Jul 18, 2024

Our cities' secret gardens: We connect with nature in neglected green spaces just as much as in parks

Access to nature is essential for our health and well-being. However, as our cities become increasingly crowded, it becomes more and more challenging to find ways to connect with nature in urban spaces.

Environment Jul 16, 2024

Struggling to discuss climate change with older relatives? These three scenarios can help

Have you ever felt it difficult to express your climate anxiety in conversation with older relatives? You are likely not alone, as climate change is a topic rife with high stakes, differing views and strong emotions. Discussions ...

Social Sciences Jul 14, 2024

How medical schools can be more accountable to society through community connections

The need for relevant and responsive health-care that improves people's health outcomes means that medical schools need to be accountable for what and how they teach. Medical schools are responsible for training health practitioners ...

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